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CMAI Apparel Index: Q2 growth at 6.68 points, Giant Brands race ahead

CMAI’s Apparel Index for July to September period once again confirms the industry has maintained its growth tempo with overall index value at 6.68 points. Giant and Large brands have continued their growth story much like the previous quarters and stayed ahead of the curve. They have done better with higher sales turnover and lower inventory...

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CMAI Q3 Apparel Index: High inventory impacts small brand’s profit

The CMAI’s Apparel Index for the third quarter from October to December 2014, once again revealed the low sentiment among Small Brands, those with turnovers of Rs 10 to 25 crores. They witnessed practically no growth at 0.55 points due to high inventory pile up. On the other hand, Giant Brands, with a turnover of above Rs 300 crores, topped the...